Queen Anne's County Judge of the Orphans' Court

Last updated Sat, Nov 7, 4:33 PM ET

6 candidates · General election, November 3, 2026

What this office does

A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.

Candidates

Kimberly Jean Cascia

Republican
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John T. McQueeney, Jr.

Republican
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Don McKeough

Democrat · $2,275 raised (state filings)
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Laurie J. Plemons

Republican · $642 raised (state filings)
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Barry A. Schwartz

Democrat
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Jeff H. Starling

Democrat
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Quick answers

Who is running for Queen Anne's County Judge of the Orphans' Court in 2026?
Kimberly Jean Cascia (Republican), John T. McQueeney, Jr. (Republican), Don McKeough (Democrat), Laurie J. Plemons (Republican), Barry A. Schwartz (Democrat) and Jeff H. Starling (Democrat).
What does this office do?
A county trial judge. Handles misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims and smaller civil lawsuits, and in some states juvenile or other specialized matters.
Who should I vote for in the Queen Anne's County Judge of the Orphans' Court race?
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When is the election?
The general election was Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Counts are unofficial until each state certifies its results over the following weeks; your state or county election office has the official results.

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